Gardai are urging people who want to donate in support of the Creeslough community to do so through official channels. People can donate through An Post and the Irish Red Cross online or at any post office. 100% of the proceeds of the fund will provide rapid and long-term assistance to the people of …
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Five men have been arrested after a man, who is believed to have been kidnapped, was found injured in the Douglas Bridge area of Strabane shortly before midday yesterday. A member of the public came across the injured man walking along Knockiniller Road, at the junction of the Beagh Road and Camus Road, shortly …
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A mass is being held in the Lebanon today for all those who died in the Creeslough tragedy. Parish Priest of Creeslough, Fr John Joe Duffy confirmed at the funeral mass of 24 year old Jessica Gallagher today that troops on duty in Lebanon will be remembering the 10 people who died on Friday last.
Investigations to establish the cause of the explosion in Creeslough on Friday are continuing. Garda Niall Maguire says the main road through the village remains closed for the foreseeable future. He says given the unstable structure of the building the road is closed for health and safety reasons:
Ireland’s 29 emergency departments will each be given individual plans by the HSE, to prepare them for the winter months. Health Minister Stephen Donnelly is bringing the overall Winter Plan to Cabinet today, that’ll cost in the region of 168 million euro and will include Letterkenny University Hospital. It’ll see an additional 600 healthcare staff …
The public is being encouraged to have their say on the speed limits on public roads and social housing estates. Donegal County council is undertaking a review of speed limits in the county and is hosting a number of drop-in events in each Municipal District. These events will set out details of proposed changes to …
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24 year old Jessica Gallagher who was 1 of 10 people killed in an explosion at a petrol station in Creeslough on Friday afternoon, October 7th. Her funeral mass gets underway at 11am at St Michael’s Church, Creeslough. You can watch it live here
Police in Derry have charged a 25-year-old man with a number of offences in relation to an incident where a police car was rammed in the Galliagh area of the city yesterday. The man is set to appear before Derry Magistrates Court today. The man has been charged with several driving-related offences, including dangerous driving …
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The Agriculture and Marine Minister is being urged once again to draw down an EU subsidy for fishermen. Minister Charlie McConalogue has stated that he is at the moment, not drawing down the funds but has not ruled it out into the future. Philip, a fisherman in Killybegs for 27 years says the industry is …
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A Donegal man is in a critical condition in hospital in Australia. 28 year old Eoin Sweeney from Clonmany was injured on Saturday night after reportedly being hit by an ambulance. He has been placed in an induced coma at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. Eoin’s family are believed to be en route to Sydney …
Government will sign off on plans today for emergency laws in the event of an oil crisis this winter. A severe squeeze on supply is considered unlikely but Minister Eamon Ryan is looking for priority-drafting of a bill to strengthen the Government’s response just in case. It could include limiting the supply of fuel at …
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The Donegal Association in Dublin and Donegal Dublin Business Network (DDBN) and Friends have organised a service to remember and support all those impacted by the tragedy in Creeslough. The service will take place in Church of the Sacred Heart, Donnybrook, D04 HW82 AT 6.30PM on Wednesday, 12th of October 2022. Paul Doyle, Chairperson of …
The Health Minister has called for an ‘all hands on deck’ approach for the health service this winter. Stephen Donnelly is today bringing the 168 million euro HSE Winter Plan to Cabinet which aims to recruit hundreds of additional healthcare staff including 51 emergency department consultants. The plan looks to expand capacity in public hospitals …
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Gardai are advising that part of the main N56, in Creeslough will remain closed for a number of days. The scene of Friday’s explosion will remain closed to facilitate an ongoing examination of the site. Motorists are advised to seek an alternative route.
The Cabinet will this morning approve the payment dates for social welfare lump sums announced in the budget. It’s part of a 1.2 billion euro package aimed at easing the cost of living for those on welfare. Eight lump sum payments will be made over the course of the next few months. 1.4 million people …
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The first funeral for a victim of the Creeslough explosion will take place this morning, when 24 year old Jessica Gallagher is laid to rest. It will be followed by the funeral of 49 year old Martin McGill, which will take place later this afternoon. Both funerals are being held at St Michael’s Church, Creeslough. …
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Vigils were held across the North West last night to remember those who lost their lives in Friday’s tragedy and the 8 people who were injured in the explosion as well as the many families impacted. People have turned out in their thousands at vigils over the past number of days to stand in solidarity …
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A vigil will be held this afternoon afternoon outside the European Parliament to remember those who have lost their lives in Creeslough. Midlands North West MEP Maria Walsh says the vigil, at 2.45 local time, will give the Irish community in Brussels an opportunity to come together alongside their fellow Europeans to pay tribute to …
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Eight people remain in hospital after Friday afternoon’s tragic explosion at a shop and filling station in Creeslough, with seven people being treated locally for non life threatening injuries, and one in a critical condition in a hospital in Dublin The road around the premises is closed and a large fence is being constructed …
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Two police officers in Derry escaped serious injury after their vehicle was rammed in the Galliagh area of the city this afternoon. Two Local Policing Team officers were on patrol in the area at approximately 12.20pm when, as they were travelling on Skeoge Link Road, a black Audi A4 rammed their vehicle, causing substantial damage …
Almost 300 thousand euro has been raised in a Go Fund Me appeal for the victims’ families in Creeslough. Cash donations can be given into all post offices today to help the victims in Creeslough. It was set-up in connection with Applegreen and An Post. Charlie Lamson from the Irish Red Cross which is managing …
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A consultant in Emergency Medicine at Letterkenny University Hospital says the response to the Cresslough tragedy has renewed her faith in humanity and her pride in being from Donegal. Dr Aine Keating was speaking to Greg on today’s Nine til Noon Show after overseeing the response at the hospital on Friday night, when the Major …
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*Lettermacaward vigil Lettermacaward and Doochary Parish alongside Na Rossa CLG are holding a candlelight vigil in solidarity with the people of Creeslough tonight at 8pm in St. Bridgets Church. All are welcome * Raphoe vigil The Vigil being held in Raphoe tonight ( Monday 10th) at 7.30pm, as a mark of solidarity, remembrance and respect …
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Support and counselling services are being made available on the ground in Creeslough, and also through Letterkenny University Hospital. John McArdle, Area Director of Mental Health Nursing in Donegal says over the coming weeks, targetted supports will be available, but in the first instance, they’ve been on the ground supporting the bereaved families and those …
CLG Baile na ngalloglach – GAA Healthy Club Due to the unfolding tragedy in Creeslough, the Jigsaw mental health workshop planned for Wednesday 12th October in the Mulroy Woods hotel has been postponed until further notice. Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with those affected by the recent tragedy Jimmy Jests The show scheduled …
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The local community was blinded by adrenaline and love as they fought through rubble in a bid to rescue those trapped inside the petrol station in Creeslough. That’s according to Gerry Lane, Consultant in Emergency Medicine who has described how his jaw dropped the moment he arrived on the scene on Friday. Speaking with Greg …
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Books of Condolence have opened in Creeslough at St Michael’s Church and at the Creeslough Day Centre in memory of the victims of the tragedy. Books of Condolence are also available across the County, at the County House, Lifford and Public Services Centres in Letterkenny, Carndonagh, Donegal Town, Dungloe and Milford. Members of the public …
Britain’s King Charles says his “most heartfelt sympathy” is with those killed in an explosion at a petrol station in Creeslough. Ten people died – including a five year old girl and her dad – in the blast on Friday. Charles also says his “deepest condolences” are with those who’ve lost loved ones.
Donegal County Council’s Director of Economic Development, Emergency Services and Information Systems says the rescue and recovery operation in Creeslough over the weekend was challenging given the state of the building following the explosion. The fire service, ambulance service, Gardai and emergency services from Northern Ireland were all deployed to the scene. Garry Martin says …
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Donegal County Council has cancelled all meetings, workshops and receptions following the Creeslough tragedy. A meeting of the Donegal Municipal District and the Letterkenny Milford MD were scheduled to take place. They will now not go ahead.
24 year old Jessica Gallagher who is to be laid to rest tomorrow was due to start a new job in Belfast today. She had graduated as a Fashion Designer and was due to embark on the next chapter of her life. Jessica’s funeral mass will take place tomorrow at 11 at St Michael’s Church, …
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The parents of 14 year old Leona Harper, one of the 10 who lost their lives in the explosion in Creeslough have this morning thanked those involved in the recovery of their daughter. After the explosion on Friday afternoon, Donna and Hugh had a painful wait as they were told that their daughter was trapped …
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An Post is paying tribute to staff working at the post office in Creeslough. An Post has put in place alternative post office services at Kilmacrenan post office which will be available from 11am this morning. A Creeslough Community Support Fund has been set up by An Post in conjunction with the Irish Red Cross …
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Vigils were held across the county last night in honour of those who died in the explosion. Hundreds arrived at St Michael’s Church in Creeslough last night to say the rosary and sympathise with one another. These people attended the evening prayers last night and say they can’t describe the impact of the disaster on …
Students will be given essential supports by local schools in Creeslough over the next while. The Department of Education says the wellbeing of the pupils, staff and whole school community is of paramount importance. It says the loss of lives of children, young people and parents and the impact, is an enormous tragedy for the …
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The first funeral of the 10 people killed in the Creeslough is to take place tomorrow. 24 year old Jessica Gallagher will be laid to rest tomorrow after 11am funeral mass at St Michael’s Church, Creeslough. 49 Martin McGill’s funeral mass will be held tomorrow also at St Michael’s Church, Creeslough at 2pm. While 48 …
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Post mortem examinations are taking place on the victims’ remains over the coming days. Gardai says liaison officers have been assigned to the families affected. Superintendent Liam Geraghty says it will take a long time for the community to recover:
One man remains in a critical condition in St James’ Hospital in Dublin, after he was injured in an explosion in Creeslough on Friday afternoon. Ten people lost their lives in the tragedy, including two teenagers and a five year old girl. Technical examinations of the scene are set to continue over the coming days …
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Liverpool Football Club has issued a statement paying tribute to a young fan who was one of those killed in Creeslough on Friday evening. Responding to a Tweet from supporters’ account LFC Donegal, the official Liverpool FC account tweeted a message of condolence to the family of 14 year old Leona Harper, who was a …
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The Canavan brothers were the star of the shows on Sunday for Errigal Ciaran as they advanced to the Tyrone Senior Football Championship semi final at the expense of Dungannon. Ruairi Canavan scored 1-03 with his brother Darragh scoring six points in their 1-15 to 1-11 victory. Errigal Ciaran defender Ciaran Quinn told Francis Mooney …
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Errigal Ciaran are into the final four of the Tyrone Senior Football Championship after a 1-16 to 1-11 win over Dungannon in Sunday afternoon’s quarter final. The Canavan brothers were to the fore for Errigal Ciaran with Ruairi scoring 1-03 and his brother Darragh firing over six points. They will now face defending champions, Dromore …
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Donegal County Council has announced that its annual “Wainfest” series of events scheduled for next week will now not go ahead following the tragic events of this weekend in Creeslough. In a statement the council said that: “In light of the tragedy in Creeslough, the Wainfest Children’s Arts & Book Festival 2022 will not be …
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Defending Tyrone Senior Football Champions Dromroe are into this years semi final after they beat Omagh St Enda’s six points to five in their Quarter Final. Niall Sludden came off the bench to fire second half points to seal their semi final spot. They now join Clonoe and Carrickmore in the final four. Francis Mooney …
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Pope Francis has issued a papal message to all those affected by the Creeslough tragedy that claimed the lives of ten people. The message was given to Bishop of Raphoe Alan McGuckian, in which the Pope stated that he was “saddened to learn of the loss of life and destruction caused by the explosion in …
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Gardaí say that technical examinations at the site of the explosion in Creeslough are likely set to continue for a number of days, as the investigation into the cause of the blast intensifies. The scene at the service station where the explosion happened currently remains cordoned off as the Garda Technical Bureau continues its investigations. …
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A book of condolence is to be opened in Derry, to allow people to pay tribute to the ten people who died in the Creeslough explosion. Mayor of the Derry and Strabane District Council Sandra Duffy announced today that the book of condolence would be opened at the Guildhall in Derry from 3pm on Monday …
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An Taoiseach Michael Martin, Tanaiste Leo Varadkar and Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue have visited members of the emergency services in Letterkenny today in the wake of the Creeslough tragedy. They made visits to members of the Donegal Fire Service as well as staff at Letterkenny University Hospital to thank them for their response to the …
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Mulroy College has paid tribute to two of its students who were tragically killed in Creeslough on Friday. Two students, 13 year old James Monaghan and 14 year old Leona Harper were killed in the explosion. Two parents of students at the school were also killed, 39 year old Catherine O Donnell and 49 year …
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Glen are back in the Derry Senior Football Championship final after they beat Newbridge 2-12 to four points in Owenbeg. At half time the defending champions led four points to two but a strong second half showing saw them power past the challenge of Newbridge and seal their place in the final for a second …
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Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald has offered her condolences to the victims of the Creeslough tragedy. She was amongst a number of political figures, including the Taoiseach and Tanaiste, that attended last night’s remembrance service in Creeslough, for the ten people who tragically died in Friday’s explosion. Ten red candles were lit at St …
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